Wates Living Space appointed to South East Consortium framework

A subsidiary of the Wates construction and property group named Wates Living Space has significantly expanded the wider group’s framework presence by having been appointed to the South East Consortium (SEC) Internal & External Building Works Framework.This framework will offer public sector organisations with OJEU-compliant access to a variety of planned maintenance services over its four years of operation, with clients than having the option of either mini-tender contracts or direct award contracts.Under this framework, Wates Living Space secured positions on five Lots, including: Lot 1b (Major Refurbishments with a value more than £1M), Lot 2 (Kitchens and Bathrooms), Lot 3 (Windows and Doors), and Lots 4a and 4b (Flat and Pitched Roofing).On all of the Lots where Wates Living Space gained a position, apart from Lot 3, it was ranked as the top contractor, meaning that clients can appoint them directly and without it being necessary for a lengthy bidding process to ensue.